Gretchen Bossio

I’ve always been a breakfast girl. French toast, yes! Pancakes, even better! Toast with apricot jam, one of my favorite! But recently, I’ve come to realize that I feel much better throughout the day if I start it off with a protein rich breakfast. Hence, the birth of a Starbuck’s copycat – the Sausage and …

It seemed like there was a bit of interest in a follow up to Classic Books to Read With Your Daughter – so, here it is! Although my little man is just 8 months, I’ve been gleaning wisdom from other boy moms on the books I should add to our book shelf. These books have …

The first time I made an Italian meal for my in-laws I was shakin-in-my-boots nervous. You see, they’re not just Italian, they are super Italians – in name, in spirit and in their ability to cook the most amazing food ever. Why I ever thought lasagna was a good idea for dinner, I’m not sure. …

April is National Cesarean Awareness Month. It’s a time for pregnant mamas to prepare for the potential by getting educated and asking their provider important questions. It’s a time to raise awareness about benefits and risks as the number of c-sections in our country reach an all time high. It’s also a time to give …

There was a time when cereal was recommended as a baby’s first food, but these days, not so much. There are so many other nutritious choices and many mamas are choosing to skip the bland cereal options and offer their little ones a variety of fruits, veggies and other tasty options. First Fruits for Baby …

Ready for a healthy treat that the whole family can enjoy? Whip up this chocolate avocado pudding in less than 5 minutes, let it sit overnight, and BOOM!, dessert is served! Now, a little side note … if you’re thinking this is gonna be a super rich “normal” type of pudding, this isn’t it. This …

Awhile back I shared some creative announcements for announcing pregnancy and it got my wheels turning on what happens next … the exciting GENDER REVEAL! With my first pregnancy, my husband and I opted to wait and find out our baby’s gender at birth. I totally recommend this and absolutely loved the surprise. Plus, it …

My 7 month old just sprung his first two teeth and they did not come easily. In an effort to ease his pain I feel like I’ve become an expert in teething remedies. I’ve bought all the special toys and ointments and I’ve stocked up on medicine to make it through the uncomfortable nights. Out …

The educational style known as Montessori, was founded by the Italian physician, Maria Montessori, in the early 1900s. Through observing children and their learning potential she derived that, “education is a natural process carried out by the child and is not acquired by listening to words but by experiences in the environment”. This philosophy is …

I seem prone to prepare veggie dishes more in the summer when the market is open. Something about the fresh vegetables inspire me to mimic that freshness in my cooking. Obviously, we still need a hefty dose of greens and goods in the winter months which is why I’m super in love with this veggie-based …

Remember the scones I mentioned last week when I was reminiscing about my baby shower? Well, I figured your mouth was watering (mine was!) so I whipped up a batch. I so wish I could sit down with you, a scone and a cup of decaf … meeting new mama friends is one of my …

Stale bread? Have I got a solution for you! And, it’s a yummy one! So, make a sweep of the pantry and get ready for a tasty addition to a plethora of meals. It’s time for some homemade croutons! Dice your leftover bread into crouton-size cubes and toss into a large mixing bowl. My preference …